RIPLEY — At their regular meeting last month, Supervisor Laura K. Pless told council members that it is imperative that Ripley create a holding center for dogs, in compliance with the New York state mandate. “We are in a difficult situation,” she said. "This has been a real problem ...

Angel, this week’s Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue Dog of the Week, is a new arrival at the shelter who transferred from an overcrowded shelter that ran out of room for her. She is a 10-month-old spayed female German shepherd mix, nearly full-grown at around 40 pounds. Angel has been a ...

The state corrections officers’ union has released a report on the Feb. 17 wildcat strike, calling it a result of Albany’s mismanagement. “The non-sanctioned strike was a result of dismal working conditions that have been deteriorating for years,” the New York State Correctional ...

STOCKTON – An unidentified juvenile has been hurt while operating a motor vehicle. According to the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office, on Friday around 11 p.m. deputies responded to a reported vehicle off the roadway on Stockton-Hartfield Road in the town of Stockton. As a result of the ...

Lucy’s Birthday will be celebrated today at 11 a.m. at Lake View Cemetery. This is the fourth year Lucy fans from around the country have gathered for a party. Everyone is invited. There will be music, games, prizes, party favors, and cupcakes. The party starts at 11 a.m. but those attending ...

The Westfield Stray Cat Rescue Cat of the Week is MickeyMoustache, a sweet kitten who has amazing markings along with an equally amazing personality. MickeyMoustache can be quietly resting and suddenly go into super “zoomie” mode in less than 10 seconds. MickeyMoustache has been started on ...